Extra stuff from lecture Flashcards
1
Q
Where are current puma/panther populations on east coast?
A
Florida
2
Q
Florida puma/panther scientific name
A
Concolor coryi
3
Q
What does Florida Panther Program do?
A
- saw high levels of inbreeding in their small population
- reestablished corridor between Texas cougar and Florida panther (historically bred)
- brought Texas cougars to Florida
4
Q
Signs of inbreeding in Florida Panthers
A
- kinked tail
- cowlicks
- undescended testicles
- poor sperm quality
5
Q
Result of Florida Panther Program?
A
- no kinked tail in 1st/2nd gen
- expanded habitat range
- population increases
6
Q
What distinguishes Florida Puma from others?
A
- roman nose
- white flecks on shoulder
7
Q
What does NCP stand for?
A
nature’s contributions to people
8
Q
What does WCP stand for?
A
wildlife’s contributions to people
9
Q
What are categories of NCP types?
A
- regulating (climate, air quality, etc)
- material (energy, food and feed, etc)
- non material ( learning and inspiration, etc)
- all ( maintenance of options)
10
Q
What are some NCP directly supported by WCP?
A
- habitat creation and maintenance
- water quality regulation
- water quantity regulation
11
Q
What are some overlapping NCP and WCP?
A
- pollination and seed dispersal
- food and feed
- materials and labour
12
Q
What are some NCP indirectly supported by WCP?
A
- air quality regulation
- climate regulation
- energy
